unethical
adjective
un·eth·i·cal
ˌən-ˈe-thi-kəl 
: not conforming to a high moral standard : morally wrong : not ethical
illegal and unethical business practices
immoral and unethical behavior
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Examples of unethical in a Sentence
unethical treatment of prisoners of war that was a clear violation of international law
an unethical attorney, he had no qualms about getting off clients who he knew were guilty
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Some industry insiders said a singer calling in his small label’s numbers was highly unethical.
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Keith Sharon, The Tennessean, 20 Dec. 2024
Our participation in irrelevant Beauty content from people who look like us that overshadows relevant liberation work from people who also look like us is unethical.
—Akilah Sailers, Essence, 19 Dec. 2024
In high-pressure environments where results are valued above all else, leaders may feel justified in adopting coercive or unethical tactics to meet expectations.
—Benjamin Laker, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
Their unethical actions and lack of accountability provide justification for many to avoid military service, claiming a reluctance to support a corrupt system.
—Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 13 Dec. 2024
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Keith Sharon, The Tennessean, 20 Dec. 2024
Our participation in irrelevant Beauty content from people who look like us that overshadows relevant liberation work from people who also look like us is unethical.
—Akilah Sailers, Essence, 19 Dec. 2024
In high-pressure environments where results are valued above all else, leaders may feel justified in adopting coercive or unethical tactics to meet expectations.
—Benjamin Laker, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
Their unethical actions and lack of accountability provide justification for many to avoid military service, claiming a reluctance to support a corrupt system.
—Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 13 Dec. 2024
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“Unethical.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unethical. Accessed 26 Dec. 2024.
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